Toppin (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.
Toppin was available for emergency purposes Monday against the Hawks, so he figures to have a good chance of playing Wednesday. The Pacers should update his status closer to tipoff.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Dressing but won't play Monday
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Toppin (back) will dress for Monday's game against Hawks but will only play in an emergency, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Toppin has missed the last two games while dealing with a lumbar strain, and the only reason he's dressing Monday is in the event of an emergency, as the Pacers are down to eight active players (including Toppin). Jay Huff, Kelly Oubre, Kobe Brown, Jarace Walker and Jalen Slawson will be tasked with eating up minutes in the frontcourt with Toppin, Ivica Zubac (ankle) and Larry Nance (illness) sidelined.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Iffy for Monday
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Toppin (back) is questionable for Monday's game against Atlanta.
Toppin remains day-to-day after missing the first leg of this back-to-back set. The Pacers could give him extended run if he's cleared to play with so many regulars sidelined.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Ruled out Sunday
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Toppin (back) is out for Sunday's game against the Nets, Alex Golden of SI.com reports.
After missing Friday's 145-125 loss to the Heat, Toppin will miss his second straight contest due to lower back soreness. Sunday's matchup with Brooklyn is the first of a back-to-back set for Indiana, so the hope is that Toppin will be able to suit up on Monday. In his absence, Jarace Walker and Jalen Slawson should continue earning more minutes off the bench.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Questionable for Sunday
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Toppin (back) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Nets.
Toppin sat out Friday's 145-125 loss to the Heat due to the back issue, and with Sunday's game being the first of a back-to-back set, he may need to spend at least one more game on the sidelines. If he's out, Jarace Walker and Kobe Brown would likely see a bump in minutes.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Ruled out Friday
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Toppin (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Miami.
Toppin was a late addition to the injury report before being ruled out due to lower-back soreness. His next chance to play will come Sunday against Brooklyn. In the meantime, Jarace Walker and Jalen Slawson are candidates for increased playing time.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Added to injury report
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Toppin (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Heat.
Toppin is a late addition to the injury report with a back issue. Kelly Oubre and Jarace Walker would in line for more playing time if Toppin sits outs Friday.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Ready to roll Wednesday
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Toppin (hand) is active for Wednesday's game against Philadelphia.
Toppin was probable to play versus the 76ers due to a left hand sprain, but the minor ailment will not force him to miss any time. He's averaging 15.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 2.5 three-pointers in 23.2 minutes across four outings this season, and he could be in line for more opportunities with Indiana battling several injuries to key players.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Probable for Wednesday
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Toppin is probable to play Wednesday against the 76ers due to a left hand sprain.
Toppin is dealing with a sprained shooting hand, but it's not expected to keep him out of Wednesday's game. Through the first four games of the season, Toppin is averaging 15.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 2.5 triples per contest on 55/40/74 shooting splits.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Productive in blowout win
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Toppin posted 16 points (6-9 FG, 4-7 3Pt), six rebounds and two assists in 20 minutes during Sunday's 136-109 victory over the Nets.
The 20 minutes were his lowest of 2026-27 through three contests, but Toppin still finished third on the team in scoring as a reserve. Following an injury-plagued 2025-26, he's been stellar so far with averages of 16.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 2.7 three-pointers on 58.1/44.4/83.3 shooting splits in 23.2 minutes a night. Toppin looks poised for a big year as a key piece of Indiana's bench and could see an expanded role in the short term if Ivica Zubac (ankle) misses extended time.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Goes for 20 points off bench
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Toppin amassed 20 points (7-12 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, one assist and two steals across 25 minutes during Wednesday's 123-120 victory over New Orleans.
Toppin started the season with a bang, scoring 20 points in just 25 minutes, despite coming off the bench. Indiana opted to use Toppin as a small-ball center option, with Jay Huff failing to leave the bench. He provided the team with energy on both ends of the floor, culminating in a strong two-way performance. The eventual return of Aaron Nesmith (hamstring) will complicate matters for Toppin, although his unique ability to play above the rim should see him maintain a role of at least 20 minutes per game.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Shines in season finale
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Toppin registered 21 points (7-12 FG, 7-11 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists over 18 minutes during Sunday's 133-121 loss to the Pistons.
A midseason foot surgery was an unfortunate setback for Toppin, and the Pacers exercised caution with his minutes after his return. He ended up making a total of 24 appearances, posting averages of 11.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.5 three-pointers in 17.7 minutes per contest. This season was basically a wash for Indiana, but the team could be poised to bounce back in 2026-27, which would benefit several key contributors.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Scores 14 points with 13 shots
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Toppin closed with 14 points (4-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal across 22 minutes during Tuesday's 124-104 loss to the Timberwolves.
Toppin didn't have his most efficient performance, but as has been the trend of late, the veteran once again posted an impressive stat line off the bench. Toppin has scored in double digits in six of his last seven appearances with the second unit, averaging 14.1 points, 4.4 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game over that stretch.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Available to play
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Toppin (foot) is available for Tuesday's matchup with Minnesota.
Pascal Siakam (ankle) is out, so Toppin should again be operating in an elevated role in the offense. The 28-year-old power forward put up 21 points, eight rebounds, four assists, three triples and one steal over 23 minutes during Sunday's loss to the Cavaliers.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Expected to play vs. Minnesota
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Toppin is probable for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves due to right foot injury management.
Toppin was also tagged as probable leading up to Sunday's game before eventually getting clearance to play, so this appears to be a similar situation heading into Tuesday's clash. Expect confirmation on his availability closer to tipoff.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Scores 21 points in loss
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Toppin chipped in 21 points (4-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 10-10 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and one steal over 23 minutes during Sunday's 117-108 loss to the Cavaliers.
Toppin played through a foot issue and took advantage of some extra touches and minutes with Pascal Siakam (ankle) being one of several Pacers sidelined. Toppin has been terrific in limited minutes over his last seven games with 13.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 2.0 three-pointers per contest.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Will play Sunday
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Toppin (foot) is good to go for Sunday's game in Cleveland.
Toppin was listed as probable and now we have official confirmation that he'll be out there. Pascal Siakam (ankle) is out for Sunday's game, so Toppin could see some more shots and minutes coming his way.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Available to play
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Toppin (foot) is good to go for Friday's game in Charlotte.
Toppin was listed as probable, and now we have official confirmation that he'll be out there. However, the 27-year-old power forward has only managed to clear the 20-minute mark once since getting back from foot surgery, and with a minimal role in the rotation, he's tough to trust in fantasy leagues.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Considered probable for Wednesday
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Toppin is probable for Wednesday's game against the Bulls due to right foot injury management.
Toppin was listed as questionable leading up to Sunday's game against Miami due to a back injury and right foot injury management, so he appears to have shed the back issue. All signs point to the Dayton product suiting up for Wednesday's tilt.
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Pacers' Obi Toppin: Available to play Sunday
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Toppin (back/foot) is available for Sunday's game against the Heat.
Toppin was initially listed as questionable for Sunday's game due to a back issue and a right foot injury, but the sixth-year pro has been given the green light to play against Miami. He has scored in double digits in five of his last six outings, and over that span, he has averaged 13.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2.2 threes over 18.8 minutes per game.
